1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 256 kg more than 1998 Jensen SV-8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Scorpio | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
